'like Mega Man X, but with random levels, random powerups, permanent death, and multiplayer.' - Boom, nailed it, with those features, it sounds great. I will not be activating skulls if I don't have to.

Nice to see people step out from established careers, with upstanding companies, to be their own boss and do things their own way. I think a lot of people wish they had the courage to do that. Looks like a good move here and I wish success upon them.

Immediately thought of Castle Crashers when seeing this. Loved Streets of Rage, Double Dragon and especially Golden Axe. I used to play it sooo much, and if this can come close to any of those then I'm in.